Brazil’s Pantanal fires: Animals ‘dying of hunger and thirst’
The forest fires have had a devastating impact on the wildlife of the world’s largest wetland. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Hancock: Follow Covid rules or they will get tougher
The warning comes as people in England who refuse an order to self-isolate could be fined up to £10,000. BBC News – UK
Ruth Bader Ginsburg death: Trump to nominate woman to fill Supreme Court seat
The US president says he will announce his nominee to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg next week. BBC News – US & Canada
Uganda Makerere University fire: ‘Ivory Tower’ gutted
An overnight blaze leaves a distinctive building at one of Africa’s oldest universities a shell. BBC News – Africa
‘Another lockdown would be disastrous for our business’
Restaurants and pubs are concerned new coronavirus restrictions could spell the end of their businesses. BBC News – Business
Coronavirus: Israel marks Jewish New Year with second lockdown
The nationwide measures coincide with the start of Rosh Hashanah, when families traditionally gather. BBC News – Middle East